Ideas
Explore the world's #1 largest database of ideas and innovations, with 471,140 inspiring examples.
Trend Reports
Discover why 1,271 brands rely on our AI-powered Trend Reports to get better, faster insights.
Newsletter
Join 312,231 subscribers who rely on our weekly newsletter to keep up with need-to-know trends and insights.
How to Hunt
Learn more about how to hunt megatrends, ideas, patterns and opportunity.
Consumer Insights
Uncover major shifts and emerging opportunities with our exclusive PRO research.
Trend Reports
Discover why 1,271 brands rely on our AI-powered Trend Reports to get better, faster insights.
Newsletter
Join 312,231 subscribers who rely on our weekly newsletter to keep up with need-to-know trends and insights.
How to Hunt
Learn more about how to hunt megatrends, ideas, patterns and opportunity.
Advisory & Services
Accelerate innovation and ignite disruptive thinking with our award-winning programs and research.
Trend Reports
Get fast, customized trend reports, presentations and deep dives 20x faster than traditional research.
Plans
Get started today with a free consultation, our self-serve tools, or a dedicated program.
Articles & Magazine
Get inspired with our 4,215 innovation strategy articles, keynote, videos and innovation tools.
Innovation Awards
Trend Hunter’s Innovation Strategy Awards recognize the best innovation tactics gathered from our interviews with some of the world's most notable business leaders, authors and change makers.
Advisory & Services
Accelerate innovation and ignite disruptive thinking with our award-winning programs and research.
Innovation Assessment
Enhance your innovation potential with a deeper understanding of your unique innovation archetype and how your organization benchmarks.
FuturistU
Prepare for the years ahead with 100+ lessons, tactics, tools and frameworks with our full learning database.
Innovation Books
Join 20,000,000 people getting better and faster with our New York Times Bestselling books and keynote videos.
Jeremy Gutsche
Ignite your event or virtual event with our CEO, a NY Times Bestselling Author and one of the top innovation keynote speakers.
Our Team of Speakers & Virtual Presenters
Inspire your group with our most popular speakers on innovation, trends, change and futurism.
Custom Training & Events
Bring the Future Festival experience directly to your team or co-hosted custom event.
Custom Masterclasses
Join the world's leading brands who leverage our custom programs to accelerate innovation.
FuturistU 5-Day Program
Become a Futurist with our immersive 5-Day program at Future Festival World Summit.
Online eLearning
Learn the fundamentals of futurism and trends with 100+ online courses about innovation.
How to Hunt
Learn more about how to hunt megatrends, ideas, patterns and opportunity.
Contact
Get in touch to learn more, ask a question or submit a tip.
About Us
Learn more about Trend Hunter and how we accelerate innovation.
Follow-Us
Join our 3,500,000 social media followers, on the cutting edge.
How to Hunt
Learn more about how to hunt megatrends, ideas, patterns and opportunity.
FAQ
Get answers to common questions about Trend Hunter.
Community
Stay on the cutting-edge with the help of the Trend Hunter community.
Team
Meet the team trusted by hundreds of leading businesses worldwide.
Jobs
Find opportunities to accelerate your career with the #1 Trend Firm.
News
Catch up on noteworthy Trend Hunter news and media mentions.
Join
Build a portfolio and put your trend-spotting abilities to the test.
Advertising
Supercharge your marketing by partnering with Trend Hunter.
Portfolio
Visit your public portfolio and browse your past articles.
Add a Trend
Write up an article and showcase your trend-spotting skills.
My Trends
Edit your articles and see how they stack up on the leaderboards.
Settings
Edit your profile, connect your social media accounts, and more.
Add a trend, customize your dashboard, or track topics.
Future Festival
Innovation Events
Join the world's top innovators at our in person events.
Free Webinars
Learn to innovate through chaos, navigate the new normal and maintain work culture from home.
Custom Training & Events
Bring the Future Festival experience directly to your team or co-hosted custom event.
Search our database of 471,140 cutting edge ideas.

Robotic Entertainment

Consumers find balance between fun and function with at-home robots

Implications - With contemporary robot designs evolving to engage consumers on a more personalized level, many brands are appealing to consumers who are looking for low-maintenance companionship that's also a form of entertainment. This shift demonstrates the natural progression of technological innovation toward the realm of easing the innate human need for amusement and companionship.
Workshop Question - How could your brand leverage technology to help consumers feel less isolated?
Trend Themes
1. Personalized Robotics - Robots that engage consumers on a more personalized level create an opportunity for low-maintenance companionship that is also a form of entertainment.
2. Humanoid Communication - The creation of humanoid robots that integrate speech and voice recognition create innovative ways for these robots to communicate and interact with humans.
3. Modular Robotics - The customizable aspect of modular robotics provides an opportunity for interactive and learning games for the whole family.
Industry Implications
1. Robotics Industry - Personalized robotics and humanoid communication make a clear trend in the industry creating new opportunities for both entertainment and technology.
2. Family Entertainment Industry - Modular robotics in gaming and entertainment appeals to parents looking for interactive ways to teach their children vital skills.
3. Hospitality and Service Industry - The communication capabilities of humanoid robots offer a chance to enhance customer service in hotels and other hospitality industries.
3.8
Score
Popularity
Activity
Freshness
Patterns
Megatrends
6 Featured, 48 Examples:
153,891 Total Clicks
Date Range:
Aug 15 — May 16
Trending:
Average
Consumer Insight Topics:

Featured Examples

Muscular Sci-Fi Robots
Muscular Sci-Fi Robots
The Hi2-D2-Enhanced Astromech Droid Gives R2-D2 an Impressive Overhaul
Those familiar with the lovable R2-D2 from Star Wars know that he’s a wee droid with a digital heart of gold, so the Hi2-D2-Enhanced Astromech Droid is sure to come as a surprise. A redesign... MORE
Talking Sheep Robots
Talking Sheep Robots
Takara-Tomy's OHaNAS Omnibot is an Intelligent Robot Companion
Joining the likes of dogs and dueling robots in Takara-Tomy’s Omnibot line is a fun new robot by the name of OHaNAS. This rotund robot takes the form of a stylized sheep and serves as an... MORE
Modular Gaming Robots
Modular Gaming Robots
The 'ZoZobot' Game Robot Offers Intuitive Fun for the Whole Family
Young children today are more exposed to technology than ever before, so the ‘ZoZobot’ game robot is designed to be an interactive way to learn and play with modern technology.... MORE
Family Companion Robots
Family Companion Robots
The UBTECH Alpha 2 Humanoid Robot Will Perform Tasks and Offer Friendship
Robots have a collective rapport for being cold and foreign when interacting with humans, but the UBTECH Alpha 2 Humanoid Robot is a totally new way of thinking about incorporating a robotic member... MORE
play_circle_filledDrinking Companion Robots
Drinking Companion Robots
The Bro-Bot Ensures That You Never Drink Alone
Usually a drinking companion comes in the form of a close friend, family member or even someone you just met at a bar. However, when bars are far and family and friends have proven to be too busy,... MORE
play_circle_filledCommunicative Humanoid Robots
Communicative Humanoid Robots
The Surena III Robot is Capable of Voice and Speech Recognition
A group of scientists and gineers at the University of Tehran have developed a high-tech humanoid, dubbed the Surena III, that is the third version of the Surena robot. This particular robot... MORE

Related Examples

Grill-Cleaning Robots
Grill-Cleaning Robots
This Handy 'Grillbot' Cooking Accessory Debuted at CES 2016
Resolution-Encouraging Robots
Resolution-Encouraging Robots
The MOTI Gadget Motivates Consumers to Keep Their New Year's Goals
Robotic Soup Chefs
Robotic Soup Chefs
These Robot Chefs from China Prepare Ramen Noodle Bowls in 90 Seconds
Personal Mobility Robots
Personal Mobility Robots
The Segway Robot is One Part Robot, One Part Scooter at CES 2016
Roving Tablet Holders
Roving Tablet Holders
The 'Double 2' Made Its Debut at CES 2016
play_circle_filledRobot Screen Projectors
Robot Screen Projectors
Cerevo's 'Tipron' is a Mobile Screen Projector Previewed at CES 2016
Co-Branded Feline Toys
Co-Branded Feline Toys
Hello Kitty is Given a Mazinger Z Makeover with This Brand New Toy
Smartphone-Controlled Modular Robots
Smartphone-Controlled Modular Robots
The 'ZoZbot' Was Debuted by 'Cutthroatrobotics' at CES 2016
Building Block Robots
Building Block Robots
The Meccano MeccaNoid G15 KS Robot is Crafted from Over 1,200 Pieces
Mail Delivery Drones
Mail Delivery Drones
The Carry is an Autonomous Sidewalk Drone That Delivers Heavy Packages
Pollutant-Powered Robots
Pollutant-Powered Robots
The Row-Bot Powers Itself By Eating Water Microbes
Kindness-Spreading Social Robots
Kindness-Spreading Social Robots
The NiceBot is a Twitter Robot That Combats Social Media Bullying
DIY Robot Toys
DIY Robot Toys
These 'Kamigami' Robots Feature DIY Construction and are Remote Controlled
Attention-Seeking Talking Robots
Attention-Seeking Talking Robots
The Talking-Ally Robot Detects Distraction and Reacts Accordingly
Friendly Retail Robots
Friendly Retail Robots
Pepper the Robot Suggests Wine Pairings and Interacts with Shoppers
Minion-Like Coding Robots
Minion-Like Coding Robots
These Kids' Robots Come with a Connected App to Teach Users How to Code
Throwable Japanese Robots
Throwable Japanese Robots
The QRoSS Robot Tumbles and Then Walks After Being Thrown
play_circle_filledGamified Laundry Robots
Gamified Laundry Robots
'Voris' is an Adorable Robot Friend That Turns Chores Into a Game
Painted Droid Pumpkins
Painted Droid Pumpkins
This Star Wars Pumpkin is a Perfect Painted Replica of the BB-8 Robot
Sci-Fi Bubble Blowers
Sci-Fi Bubble Blowers
The R2-D2 Bubble Generator Will Provide Ample Amounts of Fun
Goggle-Controlled Drones
Goggle-Controlled Drones
The FLYBi Drone is Controlled by Wearable Glasses and Real-Time Video
Inexpensive Robots
Inexpensive Robots
The Crafty Robot is Priced at Just £5 and Perfect for Aspiring Engineers
Miniature Galactic Illustrations
Miniature Galactic Illustrations
These Tiny Star Wars Drawings Showcase Popular Characters
Plush Intergalactic Robot Toys
Plush Intergalactic Robot Toys
This Star Wars BB-8 Plush is a Cuddly Collector's Item
Sci-Fi Geometric Illustrations
Sci-Fi Geometric Illustrations
This Artist Created Images of Geometric Star Wars Characters
play_circle_filledGalactic Pixel Paper Murals
Galactic Pixel Paper Murals
This Star Wars Artwork is Made Using Over 3,000 Post-It Notes
Galactic Kitchen Collections
Galactic Kitchen Collections
The Star Wars Kitchen Accessories Keep Fandom All Over the House
Efficient Robot Bartenders
Efficient Robot Bartenders
These Robotic Waiters Can Take Orders and Deliver Drinks to Customers
Galactic Emoji Icons
Galactic Emoji Icons
This Emoji Set Honors the New Star Wars Film Release
Pop Culture Towels
Pop Culture Towels
These Hooded Bath Towels are Made to Look Like Yoda & R2D2
play_circle_filledPlayful Peek-a-Boo Robots
Playful Peek-a-Boo Robots
This Circular Robot was Created by a Pixar Employee
Kid-Friendly Robots
Kid-Friendly Robots
This Programmable Robot is Designed to Entertain and Educate Children
Egg-Shaped Social Toys
Egg-Shaped Social Toys
Grumblies are Smart, Social Tech Toys That Interact with Kids & Devices
Eye-Catching Sci-Fi Caps
Eye-Catching Sci-Fi Caps
The Star Wars New Era Collection Celebrates the Upcoming Film
Intelligent Personal Robots
Intelligent Personal Robots
Musio is an AI Robot with Interchangeable 'Brains' for Different Tasks
Robotic Cocktail Bartenders
Robotic Cocktail Bartenders
The Somabar Whips Up Fancy Cocktails So You Don't Have To
Wooden Robot Toys
Wooden Robot Toys
Loulou & Tummie Bridges the Gap Between Modern and Vintage Figurines
play_circle_filledPlush Storytelling Robots
Plush Storytelling Robots
TROBO is a Cute Doll That Will Help Kids Fall in Love with Learning
Fanmade Anime Figurines
Fanmade Anime Figurines
Twitter User Taku Morino Superimposes Yo-Kai Watch Cats and Gundam Robots
Transformative Gaming Toys
Transformative Gaming Toys
TakaraTomy's Optimus Prime Toy Turns into a Playstation
Aerial Bartender Drones
Aerial Bartender Drones
The Yura Appliance System is a Personal Robotic Bartender
Robotic Bug Battle Toys
Robotic Bug Battle Toys
HEXBUG's Transformer Toys Celebrate Transformers: Age of Extinction
play_circle_filledCocktail-Concocting Robots
Cocktail-Concocting Robots
The Barobot Mixology Robot Makes Your Drinks for You
Self-Teaching Robots
Self-Teaching Robots
Robots Can Teach Other Robots How to Complete Tasks with the Robot Internet
Robotic Bartending Machines
Robotic Bartending Machines
The Monsieur Drink Machine Can Whip Up Your Favorite Drinks
play_circle_filledAutomated Bartender Kegs
Automated Bartender Kegs
The Robokeg Recommends Drinks Before Serving Them and Charging You
play_circle_filledRobot-Drawn Latte Portraits
Robot-Drawn Latte Portraits
The Barista Bot Paints a Portrait of Your Face in Your Drink
play_circle_filledInteractive Fountains
Interactive Fountains
The Tropism Well Senses Your Presence, Offers Water